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Psychology

at Dame Alice Owen'S School, Potters Bar · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionOutstanding2023see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level18 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

The mind is something intangible that exists within our brain. An unseen process of enzymes, chemicals and electric current moving within the structure of our neural networks dictates why we feel, think and behave the way we do. This, however, is not the only explanation for human behaviour and the course looks at 5 different approaches’ ideas. Why is it that some people suffer from stress and mental illness? Why does addiction happen? What happens if we destroy certain parts of our brain? How does memory work? What happens in the brain when we hallucinate? Why is it that if people are told to push a button even if it may kill someone- they push it anyway? How is it that some cultures actually have 3 genders but we traditionally have just male and female? Psychology looks at questions like these in the scientific study of the human mind and behaviour. It is a science with cutting edge research that has real world applications to issues in everyday life, ranging from artificial intelligence to social change. Psychologists observe and measure behaviour and their therapies are based on scientific study. Psychology has links with many disciplines including biological, computer , sports and forensic science as well as humanities such as sociology, philosophy, anthropology and literature. It involves the study of theory, empirical evidence and practical applications. This mix of disciplines helps to make psychology such a fascinating subject. Psychology bridges the gap between arts

What you need to get on

You do not need to have studied Psychology at GCSE. You are required to have achieved (at least) a grade 6 in Mathematics, English Language or Literature, and Biology (or 6,6 in Combined Science) to study Psychology A level.

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Dame Alice Owen's School

    DUGDALE HILL LANE, POTTERS BAR, EN6 2DU

    DaytimeClassroom based
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